Both PayCaptain and Checkwriters are leading payroll software solutions, but which one is better for you and your business?
Below we compare PayCaptain and Checkwriters across nearly 50 different data points to help you make find the right one.
PayCaptain vs Checkwriters Reviews
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| PayCaptain | Checkwriters | ||
| Trustpilot Rating | 4.4 | 0 | |
| Number of Trustpilot Reviews | 12 | 0 | |
| iPhone App Rating | 4.8 | 3.6 | |
| Number of iPhone App Reviews | 12 | 398 | |
| Android App Rating | 0 | 3.4 | |
| Number of Android App Reviews | 0 | 373 |
PayCaptain vs Checkwriters Pricing
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| PayCaptain | Checkwriters | |
| Free Trial | n/a | n/a |
| Free Trial Length | n/a | n/a |
| Cheapest Plan Name | Basic | HR Essential |
| Cheapest Plan Cost Per Month | $199 | $By request |
| Mid Priced Plan Name | Growth | HR Premier |
| Mid Priced Plan Cost Per Month | $199 | $By request |
| Top Plan Name | Enterprise | HR Premier + Benefits |
| Top Plan Cost Per Month | $399 | $By request |
PayCaptain vs Checkwriters Features
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| Features | PayCaptain | Checkwriters |
| Target Business Size | Enterprise | Mid size business |
| Unlimited Payrolls | ✘ | ✘ |
| Automated Tax Filing & Payments | ✘ | ✔ |
| E-sign I-9 & W-4 | ✘ | ✘ |
| Live Customer Support | ✘ | ✔ |
| Third-Party Integrations | ✔ | ✘ |
| Ability To Manage Employee Benefits | ✔ | ✔ |
| Employee Access To Platform | ✔ | ✔ |
| Direct Deposit | ✘ | ✔ |
| Expense Reimbursement | ✘ | ✘ |
| Time Off Accrual | ✘ | ✔ |
| Pre-Tax Deductions | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wage Garnishment | ✔ | ✘ |
| Background Checks | ✘ | ✘ |
| Check Printing | ✘ | ✔ |
| Check Delivery | ✘ | ✔ |
| API | ✔ | ✘ |
PayCaptain Basic Features
- All analytics features
- Up to 250,000 tracked visits
- Normal support
- Mobile app
- Up to 3 team members
Checkwriters HR Essential Features
- Focus on the differences
- Use a consistent language
- Transmit benefits clearly
- Check View
- Online W2 Access
- Time-off Request
- Message Center
- Personal Earnings Records
PayCaptain Enterprise Features
- Everything on Growth plan
- Up to 5,000,000 tracked visits
- Dedicated support
- Mobile app
- Up to 50 team members
Checkwriters HR Premier + Benefits Features
- All Essential & Premier features
- Basic Benefits Administration*
- Online Benefit Enrollment
PayCaptain vs Checkwriters Pro & Cons
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